February 4, 2015

Currently there are no confirmed cases of measles in the state of Iowa. However, there have been several cases throughout the United States. Right now is a good time to check to see if you and your family have been vaccinated.

December 12, 2014

The Iowa Department of Public Health confirmed cases of influenza in Iowa during October. While the number of cases is low, the identification indicates two different flu viruses are circulating the state.

Now is the perfect time to get your flu vaccination. With two strains circulating it means that without a flu vaccination, an individual could become ill with the flu two different times.